He has 15 remaining games in the calendar year to get 15 goals. I don't doubt Messi's ability to average a goal a game. He may get some rest in a few Copa del Rey matches, and once FCB clinches first in their Champions League matches. However, that can easily be offset by a few hat tricks here and there.

re: Messi has 86 goals in 2012 | HE'S DONE IT(Posted by thenry712 on 10/22/12 at 10:46 am to NOTORlOUSD)

Given the poor state of some MLS defenses; Brad Davis, Mauro Rosales, Alan Gordon or hell even GAM could put Messi in goal scoring positions.

Guys Chris Wondolowski is close to setting the goals in a season record. Wondo gets decent service from his midfield, and takes advantage of bad defending. Messi could score as a sweeper keeper against Toronto FC.